Lot 430
  • 430

Platinum, Diamond, Colored Stone and Enamel Bracelet-Watch, France, Circa 1930

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • platinum, diamond, sapphire, ruby, onyx, enamel, bracelet
The small rectangular dial with Arabic numerals, framed by single-cut and old European-cut diamonds, the shoulders applied with black enamel, completed by a floral motif bracelet set with trefoil-shaped buff-top rubies, cabochon sapphires and onyx cabochons, further set with marquise-shaped, old European-cut and single-cut diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 8.00 carats, manual movement, length 6 7/8  inches, movement signed Audemars Piguet, caseback numbered 32741, French assay marks.

Condition

Very good condition and well made. The lively medium-deep pinkish red rubies are eye-clean, some with abrasions. The sapphires are medium blue and decorative in quality; two bearing chips. Diamonds are approximately F- J color and VS-SI clarity, with a few I clarity examples. Manual movement, currently running. Movement is oval shape size 7 1/2 x 4 3/4 No. 32741, 17 jewels. Recently cleaned and serviced. See Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 264 of the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.